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DS Automobiles DS 7 vs GWM HAVAL H6 comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 243 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 27,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 7 or GWM HAVAL H6?

DS Automobiles DS 7 vs GWM HAVAL H6: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 7

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • barely more efficient
  • barely lighter
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GWM HAVAL H6

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

DS 7

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

GWM HAVAL H6 is substantially cheaper – starting at 27,400 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 7 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,502 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 7 uses 5.5 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the GWM HAVAL H6 with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

HAVAL H6

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the GWM HAVAL H6 offers clearly more power – delivering 243 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 113 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the GWM HAVAL H6 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.9 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM HAVAL H6 delivers considerably more torque with 530 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm more.

DS 7

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 7 is barely lighter – 1,651 kg compared to 1,765 kg. The difference is around 114 kg.

Looking at boot space, the GWM HAVAL H6 offers very slightly more boot space – 560 L compared to 555 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 7 carries marginally more – 399 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM HAVAL H6 holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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HAVAL H6

GWM HAVAL H6

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 243 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.9 L/100km
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I've almost had it a year and it's truly powerful on the road, very stable — the driver aids make me feel super safe. In the city it moves around very well and the fuel economy is notable. I use it both on highways and in town and it's genuinely useful.

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GWM HAVAL H6

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Price
27,400 - 29,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
145 g/km
co2
134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,651 kg
Curb weight
1,765 kg
Trunk capacity
555 L
Trunk capacity
560 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,891 mm
Width
1,886 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
375 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
243 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
530 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
179 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
GWM
Is the DS Automobiles DS 7 offered with different drivetrains?

The DS Automobiles DS 7 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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